Strictly Come Dancing 2012 results: Who won? Louis Smith! | Strictly Come Dancing 2016 | TellyMix Strictly Come Dancing 2012 results: Who won? Louis Smith! Louis Smith has been crowned the winner of Strictly Come Dancing 2012. Louis Smith triumphed in tonight's final show, beating Kimberley Walsh , Denise Van Outen and Dani Harmer . Earlier tonight, Dani, Denise, Louis and Kimberley all performed twice each in the first half of the show. The four couples each performed a routine selected by the judges and a special show dance routine. At the top of the second show, Dani was eliminated after finishing in fourth place in the Strictly Come Dancing final results , leaving just three stars to compete in the final. In the second half, Kimberley, Denise and Louis each reprised their personal favourite routine from the series, with both Kimberley and Denise getting perfect marks from the judges while Louis scored 39 points. But it was down to the public votes alone, with the Strictly final results revealed in a tense announcement at the end of the second show.

With the most public votes, Louis and pro partner Flavia Cacace were crowned the winners of Strictly Come Dancing 2012! After the result was announced, runner up Kimberley Walsh said: "It has been absolutely amazing, we've loved every minute of it. I'm so so happy for Louis." Meanwhile, Louis declared: "I can finally say I've won something in the year of 2012!" His pro partner Flavia added: "I don't think we can believe it, I can't believe we got here." She told Louis: "Thanks for sharing your amazing skill and talent with me." Are you happy with the result? Who did you want to win? Browse pictures of tonight's Strictly Come Dancing 2012 final below... Strictly Come Dancing: Louis Smith lifts the trophy - BBC News BBC News Strictly Come Dancing: Louis Smith lifts the trophy 23 December 2012 From the section Entertainment & Arts comments Read more about sharing. Close share panel Media captionBruce Forsyth announced the winner of the final, in which Louis Smith went topless for his showdance Olympic Gymnast Louis Smith has been crowned champion of this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

The 23-year-old, who won a silver medal at this summer's Olympic Games, lifted the glitterball trophy after performing a quick-footed Charleston. "I can finally say I won something in the year 2012," he said. Smith beat actress Dani Harmer, TV presenter Denise Van Outen and Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh in the hotly-contested competition. The final was watched by a peak audience of 14m people, up from 13.3m in 2011. Smith was this year's youngest competitor, and was partnered with professional dancer Flavia Cacace. He suffered several injuries during the 14-week contest, and said he would require a knee operation now the dancing has finished. Louis Smith's dances • Judges' Choice: Salsa to (I've Had) The Time Of My Life by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes • Showdance: Rule The World by Take That • Favourite Dance: Charleston to Dr Wanna Do by Caro Emerald His back also caused problems throughout his career, which stopped him from performing too many dramatic lifts before the final. The majority of those came during his showdance, which he performed topless to Take That's Rule The World.

Judge Bruno Tonionli said the routine "blew me away". "That had grace. It had fluidity. It was sensual, as well," he added. Head judge Len Goodman agreed, saying: "If this show goes on to another 20 years, I don't think we'll see another show dance like that." Image caption Louis and Flavia's names will be added to the bottom of the glitterball trophy Image caption The couple's dancing was called "seamless, cool and calm" by the judges Image caption The celebrities battled through 15 weeks of training to reach the finals Smith had struggled in the opening weeks of the show, his lack of showmanship resulting in lower-than-expected scores. Goodman said there was "no fire" in his performance - but things started to pick up after he enlisted the help of a drama coach to prepare for a Charleston in week nine. That performance was repeated for the final, with a daring double somersault over his dancing partner. At the final By Mark SavageBBC News entertainment reporter It's all about the mops. Between the fleckles, the spins, the jives and the jazz hands, Strictly is powered by an army of mops.

Out they come, after every big number, sweeping up the glitter in case the next contestant takes a fall. The show is such a well-oiled machine by now that watching in the studio is similar to seeing it at home. It is only the small details, like the mops, that catch your eye. Kimberley's earring getting caught in her hair during the tango, Nicky Byrne being stitched into his trousers, Louis Smith with a heat pack stuffed down his britches. But the routines are as dazzling in real life as on screen. When James Jordan dropped Denise Van Outen to the floor and spun her around, there was a collective intake of breath. And you thought to yourself: Maybe they don't need those mops after all. Cacace, who first appeared in the show in 2004, yelped in fear as Smith tumbled above her head - but the effort proved worth it, giving her the first Strictly win of her career. Smith said he would celebrate his win by breaking his diet and taking a well-earned rest. "I can't wait to have a drink of mulled wine, eat sausage rolls. I might order a Chinese on Christmas Eve," he said.

"I've pretty much been non-stop since April. To go from the Olympics straight into this, it's just been crazy." 'Nimble Kimble' Earlier in the night, children's TV star Dani Harmer became the first celebrity to be eliminated, after nerves appeared to affect her showdance, performed to Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody. The remaining contestants then performed their favourite dance from the series, before Smith was revealed as the winner. Making the final cut was a shock Denise Van Outen, who had been voted into the dance-off during the quarter and semi-finals. The former Big Breakfast presenter was undoubtedly saved by a bravely acrobatic showdance, peppered with daring lifts and spins. Tonioli called the routine "epic", while fellow judge Craig Revel Horwood said: "I can't believe the things your body did." Image caption Bruno Tonioli called Walsh's showdance a "latin flavoured stun-o-rama" "I can't believe it," Van Outen replied. "I'm nearly 40". The judges also had high praise for pop star Kimberley Walsh, whom they dubbed "Nimble Kimble".

She set temperatures soaring with a pyrotechnic performance of Beyonce's Crazy In Love, involving a mid-routine costume change. "Indecent, improper, absolute filth," said Horwood. "I loved it." After the show, Smith told the BBC he had been convinced the Girls Aloud singer "was going to walk away with" the title. "I thought she was outstanding. When they announced us, I couldn't believe it." Walsh returned the compliment, saying "we all did our best and we all loved every minute of it". Far from being disappointed, the 31-year-old said she felt a "bizarre sense of calm to know the result". Ratings success Although the main series has now ended, Strictly will return for a pre-recorded Christmas special on 25 December. Among the newcomers will be actress Sheila Hancock, former footballer Fabrice Muamba, and Jonathan 'JB' Gill from pop group JLS. Meanwhile, judge Darcey Bussell has confirmed she will return for the 2013 series, after making her debut this year.

"I've thoroughly enjoyed my first series," she said, "and I'm absolutely delighted to be returning." This year's competition - which also saw Jerry Hall, Lisa Riley and Fern Britton take part - regularly beat ITV rival The X Factor in the ratings. Compared to last year, however, its viewing figures dropped slightly - from an average of 10.9m to 10.7m. Strictly Come Dancing final 2012: Louis Smith lifts the Glitterball Trophy as he wins Strictly | Daily Mail Online comments Louis Smith has proved himself a winner on the dance floor after picking up the Glitterball Trophy on Saturday night's Strictly Come Dancing final. The 23-year-old Gymnast and partner Flavia Cacace beat Kimberley Walsh and Denise Van Outen to the top spot on the show.

Louis managed to make a joke about missing out on a gold medal at the Olympics in London this summer and told Tess Daly: 'I can finally say I won something in the year 2012.' Scroll down for video Winners: Louis Smith and his partner Flavia Cacace lifted the Glitterball on Saturday night's Strictly Come Dancing final show Louis was quick to pay tribute to his partner and said: 'She has been an absolute legend.' He added: 'She is the nicest person I have ever met.' And it's clear that Flavia thinks equally highly of her partner as she thanked him for showing her his 'amazing talent and skill'. What a joker: The 23-year-old gymnast made reference to narrowly missing out on a gold medal at the Olympics and said he could now say he won something in 2012 Hugging out it: Flavia, who has been in the final of the dancing show before, seemed delighted to finally be lifting the Glitterball Flavia, who has been in Strictly final before but never won until this series, was delighted and hugged her partner tightly after the result was announced.

Louis was the bookies favourite to take the top spot on the show, although he didn't receive the highest score from the judges during the final show on the night. Girls Aloud singer Kimberley proved to be a gracious runner-up and told said: 'It has been absolutely amazing and we have loved every minute of it and I’m so, so happy for Louis.' Utter delight: Flavia was seen with her head in her hands as Louis let out a scream She's can't believe it: Flavia admitted that winning the show was a bit of a shock... but wait til she sees the ratings Louis pulled out all the stops to win the public vote, including going topless for his second performance. The Olympian completed three dances during the evening, including the Charleston, the Salsa and a showdance that showed off his impressive gymnastic skills. Louis was the last to take to the stage with his medical themed Charleston and Craig Reveal Horwood was the first judge to point out just how tough the competition was. Shock! Louis Smith and his partner Flavia Cacace seemed stunned to learn they had won Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday night's live final show He said: 'This is going to be so difficult at home.

I don’t know how anyone will make a decision.' He also ditched his critical opinions to give Louis high praise and told him: 'You have worked solidly on that.' 'Your personality and character have really come to the forefront.' Close bond: Louis described Flavia as the nicest person in the world Overcome with emotion: Flavia was seen hugging the 23-year-old gymnast as they learned they had earned the most votes from the public WATCH Lois thanks Flavia for helping him 'finally win' in 2012... Darcey noted: 'I love that you add the cheeky Louis into the performance.' Len also had high praise and noted: 'That was a gold medal performance.' Bruno said the performance was 'Just what the doctor ordered'.

He added: 'You came out here with more tricks, more fun and more accomplished than ever.' Gracious loser: Kimberley said she was happy that Louis had won and said she had enjoyed a fantastic time on the show 'You’ve proved that you’ve got it and you can do it and you are there at the top where you belong.' After finishing his last dance, which he commanded 39 from the judges Louis joked that he had such a brilliant time on the show he would love to be invited back next year. Denise and Kimberley were runner's up while Dani Harmer came in fourth place. The TV presenter might well be disappointed with her position after coming top of the leader board in the final of the show with two perfect 40s and a score of 39. Fancy footwork: Kimberley had impressed with her final dance to scoop 40 points Cheeky Charleston: Denise Van Outen also scored a full house for her final dance Denise also performed a Charleston for her last dance to Walk Like An Egyptian. Len told her: ' I will never forget your Charleston it was fabulous. You have been fantastic my darling.' For Craig it was: 'Simply the best Charleston' ever seen on the show.

Darcey echoed his enthusiasm and said: 'I’m the same You are a true professional, you look like a true professional babe.' Denise and partner James Jordan were rewarded with a perfect 40 for their efforts and while Denise was delighted she admitted to feeling sad that it was their last dance of the show. Kimberley and her partner Pasha Kovalev were also awarded a full house of tens from the judges for their final dance too. The whole gang back together: The contestants who didn't make it to the final also made an appearance on the show Guest performer: Robbie Williams took to the stage to perform during the final of the show The singer was told by Burno that she had 'blossomed as a dancer' and he admitted he couln't take his eyes off her. Darcey added: 'I so enjoy it when you are moody. You can win medals with that pout babe.' Len admitted that 'Nimble Kimble' had provided him with some highlights on the show and described her as 'spectacular'.

After Dani was told she was in fourth place and before Louis was announced as the winner of the show all the contestants of the show who had left the competition before the final returned to the stage for one last dance. Viewers were also treated to a performance by Robbie Williams. Impressive moves: Denise VanOuten wows the judges with during her first dance during the Strictly final After the first two dance in the first of the final shows both Louis and Denise impressed the judges with their incredible displays, topping the leaderboard with a joint 79 points out of a possible 80 after their first two dances. Denise was first to take to the stage, pulling out her best moves to Little Richard's Tutti Frutti. Impressing with her 'fantastic energy and impeccable timing', the 38-year-old TV presenter won a rapturous applause from the audience for her efforts. Awarding her a near-perfect score of 39 for her first dance, head judge Len said: 'I thought you combined athleticism with artistry there. it was fantastic.' RELATED ARTICLES Share this article Share Bruno added: 'My darling you are wicked. that was a premium grade jive, packed with excitement energy and variety of steps.

you deserve to be her darling, you really do.' Darcey gushed: 'I love this the first time and I love it again. You're fast and furious and it suits you down to the ground.' In it to win it: Denise and James Jordan prove how much they want the mirrorball trophy Potential winner: Denise seems to be really getting into her first dance, dressed head-to-toe in red No slip ups: The pair seem pleased with how it had gone as they wait for the judges' comments But famously acid-tongued judge Craig teased Denise by seeming to criticise her performance, before turning the tables and praising her for her efforts. He said: 'Limp, lame... I'm joking. Fantastic energy, your timing as usual was impeccable. you truly are a great dancer.' Dani Harmer and her partner Vincent Simone were next to take to the dancefloor, with the judges choosing a tango to Adele's Rumour Has It for their first performance. And although the 23-year-old actress was praised for her technical skills, the panel couldn't help but point out a few wobbles. Bruno said: 'You've always been a very good technical dancer.

But tonight, because you were passionate there were a couple of wobbles, but you really tried to get the character right.' Giving it her all: Dani gave her final dances all she could, but got mixed comments Baring all: Dani showed off her toned tummy in a purple cropped top and skirt for her first dance Craig added: 'Apart from the minor stumbling, your work has always been clean, precise and polished.' But Darcey and Len were full of praise for the diminutive star. Len gushed: 'You are the spirit of this show and what it's all about. If someone had told me in week one little Dani was going to be in the final i wouldn't have believed them, but you have been so consistent and danced to a high level.' Darcey added: 'You were a cool, fast, feisty and sophisticated woman. You looked beautiful and there was great attack in that.' Following on from Dani's score of 36, Kimberley Walsh received unanimous praise for the 'grace, skill and timeless elegance' she displayed in her Viennese waltz to Christina Perri's A Thousand Years alongside professional partner Pasha Kovalev.

Embracing the romance: Kimberley Walsh shows off her elegant side in her impressive first dance Fairytale princess: The Girls Aloud star puts on her best performance for the final Great start: The pair are delighted as they get a score of 39, one mark off a perfect 40 Craig said: 'You have grown so much this series it's unbelievable, not only in the dancing but also in your confidence.' Darcey added: 'You are a true actress, the feeling you give is incredible. You're graceful and you glide across the dancefloor.' Len explained he 'loved' the performance, while Bruno said: 'Beautiful and shining like a diamond. It had everything a Viennese Waltz should have; grace skill and timeless elegance. Perfection.' Scoring 39 from the judges, the Girls Aloud singer seemed utterly overwhelmed to have made it so far. Next up was Olympic silver medal-winning athlete Louis, who wowed with a Salsa to I've Had The Time Of My Life. Darcey said: 'It wasn't safe, it wasn't controlled. It was free and you spiced up the dancefloor.

Flavia, you have made him a fab dancer.' Time of my life: Louis Smith goes all Dirty Dancing for his first dance Pucker up: Louis kisses Flavia Cacace's hand during his first routine, as he does his best to come out on top Heating up: Louis seems to have come along way, as bags an impressive 39 for his first dance Praising professional dancer Flavia Cacace, Len added: 'Flavia, you are flavulous. You perfectly staged that routine. Louis, your hips, your bum was great. Last time you were like a budgie, this time you were an eagle.' Bruno gushed: 'Oh yes, Louis. You've been hiding for so long but it was worth waiting for. you have an ease of movement and fluidfity, you've got your eyes on the ball But Craig soured the mood somewhat to boos from the audience, saying: 'I didn't like the shoulder roll with the big old pout.' Denise and James then took to the stage for an energetic showdance to Irene Cara's What A Feeling.

Twirling around the danceloor in a form-fitting sheer black catsuit, the mother of one managed to top even her previous performance with a perfect score of 40. Len said: 'If that dance was a game of poker you went all in - it had dancer it had talent. I'm so glad that came off as it did.' Second dance: Topping her first dance, Denise and James got a perfect score for their second On fire: The TV star gave her most impressive performance yet, wowing the judges Over the moon: Denise has the trophy in her sights as she picks up a score of 40 for her second dance Bruno added: 'What a feeling, what a dance, the lift had an incredible level of difficulty and you pulled it off in a way I've never seen before. That was epic.' Craig gushed: 'it was a little bit hip central for my liking but it was absolutely incredible. I can't believe what your body did. And Darcey seemed to be in disbelief at the talent she saw: 'That was flashy, wow. You could travel the world doing that and make a lot of money from it.

You made that look far too easy.' But perhaps preparing for the worst, Denise said: 'If this is our last dance then I'm so happy because i loved every second of it.' Change of pace: Actress Dani performs her second routine in front of the live audience Not so great; The pair only manage to pick up a 35 for their second dance, not quite as good as the others Next up for their showdance was Dani and Vincent, who performed an action packed routine to Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen, to a mixed response from the judges. Bruno said: 'Very very ambitious and very interesting concept. i felt you were a little bit nervous. your power was there but not as slick as it usually is.' Craig added: 'Your transitions in and out of the lifts were slightly lumpy. but the content and the way you performed was extraordinary.' Darcey pondered: 'That choreography was very difficult but it was brilliant. Incredibly well done, it wasn't easy.' But Len had nothing but praise for the former child star, saying: 'Dani, you may be small but for me your talent is huge.

A dancing cocktail - a little bit of rhumba mixed in with a paso doble - intoxicating.' Dani didn't seem to let the slightly negative comments get to her, telling host Tess Daly she was happy with her performance. Skin-tight: Kimberley performs in a black catsuit for her second dance, before whipping it off to reveal a tiny pink dress Racy routine: The singer dashes behind a screen during the routine, adding to the racy dance What a lift: Kimberley sexes it up during the routine to Crazy In Love Scoring a disappointing 35, she explained: 'I threw everything into that but if it's our last dance, what a dance to go out on. of course I'd love to be in the top three but what will be will be.' Kimberley was next to dancefloor, wowing the audience and judging panel alike with her saucy and sexy routine to Beyonce's Crazy In Love. Putting on her best Beyonce impression, the 30-year-old beauty strutted her stuff in a stunning black catsuit before ripping it off to reveal her incredible curves in a barely-there fuchsia minidress. An astounded Craig gushed: 'Indecent, improper...

absolute filth, darling.' Darcey added: 'You certainly burned up that dance floor, that was wild! It was spicy, it was hot. It was stunning. You were very graceful. Sometimes it was wild, but I actually loved it like that.' Winning streak: The singer has topped the leaderboard on numerous weeks Not quite perfect: Again, Kim misses out on a perfect score by just one point Len wowed: 'It was Kimberley's greatest hits; it had impact, speed, flair. You were like a phoenix.' And Bruno practically screamed: 'Yes yes yes, Kimberley. It had passion, you were smoking hot and deliriously sexy. It's a hit!' Next to take on the judging panel after Kimberley's 39 was a topless Louis, who impressed with a new take on the showdance - a slow and sensual routine to Take That's Rule The World featuring a daring lift. Darcey said: 'You blew me away. That had grace, fluidity and was sensual. That was brave to do - such a graceful and seamless dance.

Very different from anything else I've seen in a show dance.' Topless: Louise Smith dances his last dance topless, wearing tight leggings Skills to good use: Louis uses some of his gymnastic techniques to help him win Impressive: The Olympian seems relaxed with his top off as he chats to the judges Len added: 'When you started i thought it will be all gymnastics and flip flops. That lift... if this show goes on for another 20 years I don't think will see another showdance as magical as that.' Bruno gushed: 'The strength of a superhero. You went from another angle; deeply effective and memorable.' And handing out the fourth perfect 10 to Louis, Craig said: 'Only have two words for that fabulous.' After the first two dances, Louis and Denise were joint top of the leaderboard with scores of 79 out of a possible 80. STRICTLY COME DANCING SERIES 10 Strictly Come Dancing 2012: the final - who will win? - Telegraph Strictly Come Dancing Strictly Come Dancing 2012: the final - who will win?

One of the final four contestants is just a step away from lifting the Strictly Come Dancing 2012 glitterball trophy. But who will take the coveted title? The Strictly Come Dancing finalists: Louis Smith, Dani Harmer, Denise Van Outen and Kimberley Walsh. By Rachel Ward 2:49PM GMT 21 Dec 2012 This Saturday marks the end for Strictly Come Dancing 2012, and it has to be one of the most closely contested finals in the show's history. Olympic gymnast Louis Smith, actress and presenter Denise Van Outen, Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh, and Tracy Beaker actress Dani Harmer are the final four. In the first programme on Saturday night (BBC One, 6.30pm), the four celebrity contestants and their professional dance partners will perform two routines each – a showdance and the judges' choice. The second instalment, at 8:50pm, will see one pair eliminated immediately via the public vote. The three remaining couples will then perform their favourite dance from the series in a bid to win the glitterball trophy. So what are their odds of winning?

DENISE VAN OUTEN AND JAMES JORDAN Related Articles Best Score: 39 Odds of winning: 7/1 Dance-trained Denise was favourite from the beginning, but her inclusion in the competition divided viewers. She’s been to stage school and appeared in West End shows; surely she has an advantage over the other contestants? But Denise has proved to be the best all-rounder, improving in technique and, mid-season, she topped the leaderboard for weeks on end. Her seemingly untouchable status began to slip, however, and the lack of viewer support has dragged her into the dance-off for the past two weeks running. In last weekend’s semi-final, Denise scored 38 and 39 for her two dances, putting her in second place on the leaderboard, but she still ended up dancing for her place in the final against ex-Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley. The public aren’t behind her, perhaps preferring an underdog to win, but the judges have rightly voted her through to this week's final. Her dancing is exquisite and her expressive arm movements in last week’s rumba routine were magnificent. A perfect score of 40 in the final would be well deserved.

Their dances are: Judges' choice – Jive to Tutti Frutti by Little Richard Showdance – dancing to Flashdance (What a Feeling) by Irene Cara And if they make the final three: Favourite dance – Charleston to Walk Like an Egyptian by The Puppini Sisters LOUIS SMITH AND FLAVIA CACACE Best score: 38 Odds: 8/11 favourite Olympic gymnast Louis has natural ability and makes every move look easy. But there has been no fire or emotion in his performances. Admittedly, the "acting” side does not come naturally to him. He’s a serious sportsman and has had to work hard to convey storytelling in his routines. The pair have received a lot of criticism from the judges for being too complacent, but they are an extremely popular couple and have the majority of the public vote behind them, especially from the female crowd. Who couldn’t love his Dirty Dancing routine in week three when he achieved the famous “lift”? Flavia has promised a bare-chested Louis for the final and has incorporated weight-training into rehearsals. His fantastic gymnastic showdance is certain to raise a few eyebrows… and a few phone receivers.

Their dances are: Judges' choice – Salsa to (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes Showdance – dancing to Rule The World by Take That If they make the final three: Favourite dance – Charleston to Dr Wanna Do by Caro Emerald KIMBERLEY WALSH AND PASHA KOVALEV Best score: 40 Odds: 5/2 The Girls Aloud star had a steady start in the competition, but she found her feet, at rather a late stage, with the tango. She is the only finalist who has had not one, but two, perfect judges’ scores of 40 points. After a few wobbly spins at the beginning of the competition, she has taken judge Darcey Bussell’s advice and worked on her core strength, meaning she can now achieve daredevil lifts and tricks. She excels in the Latin dances. The salsa and the samba suit her fun and flirty style perfectly.

However, the judges have chosen for them to dance their Viennese waltz routine from week six, for which she received two scores of nine, but unfortunately ended up in the dance-off due to the public vote; they were saved by the judges. Spurred on by being in the bottom two, the pair have gone from strength to strength and the viewers have now got behind them, too. She’s second favourite to win. Their dances are: Judges' choice – Viennese Waltz to A Thousand Years by Christina Perri Showdance – dancing to Crazy in Love by Beyoncé If they make the final three: Favourite dance – Tango to When Doves Cry by Prince DANI HARMER AND VINCENT SIMONE Best score: 38 Odds: 11/2 The Tracy Beaker actress has been the “dark pony” of the competition. Affectionately known, with diminutive professional dance partner Vincent, as the “pocket rockets”, the couple have had the best chemistry of all the celeb/pro pairs. They haev continually danced cute show-stoppers throughout the series. Dani has been consistently good in the competition, regularly achieving second place on the leaderboard. But being “good” isn’t enough for the final.

She needs to surprise, dazzle and wow us. Dani has arguably had the hardest footwork in her routines. Her pro-partner Vincent is the king of the tango and they nailed their semi-final Argentine tango with its intricate leg work. She's got the kids' vote and deserves the recognition for her hard work. Their dances are: Judges' choice – Tango to Rumour Has It by Adele Showdance – dancing to Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen Favourite dance – Jive to Dance with Me Tonight by Olly Murs Louis Smith wins Strictly Come Dancing 2012! Strictly Come dancing drew to a close tonight and finally, the 2012 winner has been chosen. Louis Smith was crowned the winner and took the glitterball trophy with his partner Flavia Cacace. Dani Harmer and Vincent Simon were eliminated at the start of the results show leaving Denise Van Outen, Kimberley Walsh and Louis Smith battling it out for the glitterball trophy. They each had to perform one more time and they chose their favourite dance of the series to end their Strictly experience with.

Denise and James Jordan picked the Charleston and after scoring them their second perfect 40 of the night the judges raved about their fancy footwork. Len Goodman said “I will never forget your Charleston!” Bruno raved “That was world class!” Craig praised the pair saying “It is the best Charleston I have ever, ever seen.” Darcey added “The attention to detail in that work is brilliant, amazing.” Kimberley was next to the dancefloor and she and her professional partner Pasha took on the Tango from week eight for their final number. It was a fabulous routine and afterwards Bruno called it ‘glossy, glamorous, dangerous and a bloody good dance. Craig said it was ‘ten times better than the last time you dance it.’ Darcey said it was “supremely perfect!” Len Goodman closed the comments saying “kimberley you have provided me with some of the most spectacular highlights of the whole of series ten.” They scored her a perfect 40. Louis Smith gave the last dance of the series and he and Flavia Cacace took on the Charleston also. Afterwards Craig said “You have worked solidly on that I can tell.

It was just extraordinary.” Darcey continued “Louis I love that you add the cheeky Louis into your performance. You’ve got everything now.” Len raved “I have never doubted your ability to dance. That was a gold medal performance.” Bruno said “Just what the doctor ordered. You’ve came out here with more tricks, fun and accomplishment than ever.” After a pretty great performance from Robbie Williams and the return of all the former contestants from the 2012 series, Tess Daly and Bruce Forsyth finally returned to the dancefloor to reveal the results of the public vote. The winner was Louis Smith and he looked shocked to have triumphed, though we don’t know how, he’s been the favourite for months. Flavia praised her partner saying: “I don’t think we can believe it, I can’t believe we are here. Thank you for sharing your talent, skill and ability with me.” He responded: “She’s been an absolute legend, she is the nicest person I have ever met. She is so patient, she is unbelievable.”” Did you agree with tonight’s result?

Leave your comments below… Share this: Strictly Come Dancing: Louis Smith lifts the trophy - BBC News BBC News Strictly Come Dancing: Louis Smith lifts the trophy 23 December 2012 From the section Entertainment & Arts comments Read more about sharing. Close share panel Media captionBruce Forsyth announced the winner of the final, in which Louis Smith went topless for his showdance Olympic Gymnast Louis Smith has been crowned champion of this year's Strictly Come Dancing. The 23-year-old, who won a silver medal at this summer's Olympic Games, lifted the glitterball trophy after performing a quick-footed Charleston. "I can finally say I won something in the year 2012," he said. Smith beat actress Dani Harmer, TV presenter Denise Van Outen and Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh in the hotly-contested competition. The final was watched by a peak audience of 14m people, up from 13.3m in 2011. Smith was this year's youngest competitor, and was partnered with professional dancer Flavia Cacace. He suffered several injuries during the 14-week contest, and said he would require a knee operation now the dancing has finished.

Louis Smith's dances • Judges' Choice: Salsa to (I've Had) The Time Of My Life by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes • Showdance: Rule The World by Take That • Favourite Dance: Charleston to Dr Wanna Do by Caro Emerald His back also caused problems throughout his career, which stopped him from performing too many dramatic lifts before the final. The majority of those came during his showdance, which he performed topless to Take That's Rule The World. Judge Bruno Tonionli said the routine "blew me away". "That had grace. It had fluidity. It was sensual, as well," he added. Head judge Len Goodman agreed, saying: "If this show goes on to another 20 years, I don't think we'll see another show dance like that." Image caption Louis and Flavia's names will be added to the bottom of the glitterball trophy Image caption The couple's dancing was called "seamless, cool and calm" by the judges Image caption The celebrities battled through 15 weeks of training to reach the finals Smith had struggled in the opening weeks of the show, his lack of showmanship resulting in lower-than-expected scores.

Goodman said there was "no fire" in his performance - but things started to pick up after he enlisted the help of a drama coach to prepare for a Charleston in week nine. That performance was repeated for the final, with a daring double somersault over his dancing partner. At the final By Mark SavageBBC News entertainment reporter It's all about the mops. Between the fleckles, the spins, the jives and the jazz hands, Strictly is powered by an army of mops. Out they come, after every big number, sweeping up the glitter in case the next contestant takes a fall. The show is such a well-oiled machine by now that watching in the studio is similar to seeing it at home. It is only the small details, like the mops, that catch your eye. Kimberley's earring getting caught in her hair during the tango, Nicky Byrne being stitched into his trousers, Louis Smith with a heat pack stuffed down his britches. But the routines are as dazzling in real life as on screen. When James Jordan dropped Denise Van Outen to the floor and spun her around, there was a collective intake of breath.

And you thought to yourself: Maybe they don't need those mops after all. Cacace, who first appeared in the show in 2004, yelped in fear as Smith tumbled above her head - but the effort proved worth it, giving her the first Strictly win of her career. Smith said he would celebrate his win by breaking his diet and taking a well-earned rest. "I can't wait to have a drink of mulled wine, eat sausage rolls. I might order a Chinese on Christmas Eve," he said. "I've pretty much been non-stop since April. To go from the Olympics straight into this, it's just been crazy." 'Nimble Kimble' Earlier in the night, children's TV star Dani Harmer became the first celebrity to be eliminated, after nerves appeared to affect her showdance, performed to Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody. The remaining contestants then performed their favourite dance from the series, before Smith was revealed as the winner. Making the final cut was a shock Denise Van Outen, who had been voted into the dance-off during the quarter and semi-finals.

The former Big Breakfast presenter was undoubtedly saved by a bravely acrobatic showdance, peppered with daring lifts and spins. Tonioli called the routine "epic", while fellow judge Craig Revel Horwood said: "I can't believe the things your body did." Image caption Bruno Tonioli called Walsh's showdance a "latin flavoured stun-o-rama" "I can't believe it," Van Outen replied. "I'm nearly 40". The judges also had high praise for pop star Kimberley Walsh, whom they dubbed "Nimble Kimble". She set temperatures soaring with a pyrotechnic performance of Beyonce's Crazy In Love, involving a mid-routine costume change. "Indecent, improper, absolute filth," said Horwood. "I loved it." After the show, Smith told the BBC he had been convinced the Girls Aloud singer "was going to walk away with" the title. "I thought she was outstanding. When they announced us, I couldn't believe it." Walsh returned the compliment, saying "we all did our best and we all loved every minute of it". Far from being disappointed, the 31-year-old said she felt a "bizarre sense of calm to know the result".

Ratings success Although the main series has now ended, Strictly will return for a pre-recorded Christmas special on 25 December. Among the newcomers will be actress Sheila Hancock, former footballer Fabrice Muamba, and Jonathan 'JB' Gill from pop group JLS. Meanwhile, judge Darcey Bussell has confirmed she will return for the 2013 series, after making her debut this year. "I've thoroughly enjoyed my first series," she said, "and I'm absolutely delighted to be returning." This year's competition - which also saw Jerry Hall, Lisa Riley and Fern Britton take part - regularly beat ITV rival The X Factor in the ratings. Compared to last year, however, its viewing figures dropped slightly - from an average of 10.9m to 10.7m.

STRICTLY COME DANCING: Louis Smith Wins This Year's Final, Beating Denise Van Outen And Kimberley Walsh | The Huffington Post STRICTLY COME DANCING: Louis Smith Wins This Year's Final, Beating Denise Van Outen And Kimberley Walsh 22/12/2012 20:55 | Updated 21 February 2013 320 HuffPost Staff The Huffington Post UK Louis Smith has been crowned the champion of this year's 'Strictly Come Dancing' competition. The Olympic gymnast, who had been the bookies' favourite, going into the final weekend smiled with pleasure as he was presented with the glitterball by Sir Bruce Forsyth, and asked to compare this triumph with his Olympic competition, where he won a silver medal... "They're both very different, but I can finally say I won something in 2012." Louis' athleticism helped him and Flavia secure this year's title As for his partner Flavia Cacace, Louis was suitably impressed... "She's been absolutely legend, the nicest person I ever met, she's so patient...

unbelievable." And, asked if he would carry on dancing now he's finished with the competition, he said, "I'll have to." Louis was chuffed to pick up this year's title - "I can finally say I won something," said the silver medallist The popular athlete beat finalists Denise Van Outen with James Jordan, and Kimberley Walsh with Kovalev to take this year's crown. Dani Harmer, with Vincent Simone, was knocked out earlier in the evening. Louis and Flavia's three routines hadn't scored top marks from the judges - that honour went to a grateful Denise and James - but they scored best with the audience vote to take home the title. Strictly Come Dancing Final 2012 Strictly Come Dancing Final 2012 1 Louis Smith & Flavia Cacace win Strictly Come Dancing 2012 - Grand Final Results - BBC One - YouTube Louis Smith & Flavia Cacace win Strictly Come Dancing 2012 - Grand Final Results - BBC One Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented.

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Question: Who won Strictly Come Dancing, 2012?
Answer: Louis Smith